Fujifilm S8100fd vs Sony RX100 VA

Following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Sony RX100 VA, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 10 years before the RX100 VA which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades against the RX100 VA for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8100fd has exterior measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus the RX100 VA.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and RX100 VA is 75 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8100fd and RX100 VA.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8100fd having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX100 VA will show greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind with regard to sensor tech.